Therapeutic Program Worker

Overview

Accepting applications for Therapeutic Program Workers (3rd shift). Join our team at the Tiffin Developmental Center!

The Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities (DODD) mission is to partner with people and communities to support Ohioans with developmental disabilities and their families in realizing their version of a good life.

Ohio Is The Heart Of Opportunity, And We Envision Ohio As The Best Place In The Nation For People With Developmental Disabilities To Thrive. Our Core Values Reflect Our Focus On The Experience Of Each Person We Support

• Inclusion
• Partnership
• Respect

Accepting applications for Therapeutic Program Workers - 3rd shift (10:40p - 6:40a)

Starting Hourly Pay: $22.60 per hour

• 1st Raise in 4 Months (increase to $22.96 per hour)
• Multiple pay increases over your first 3.5 years of service, with an end salary of $25.77 per hour ($53,602 per year) for first shift employees. This does not even include overtime opportunities or shift differential pay!
• Shift differential pay for 2nd & 3rd shift
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Medical Coverage Available the 1st of the Month Following Start Date
• Free Dental & Vision After 1 Year
• Generous Benefits Package Including Vacation, Sick, Holiday, and Personal Leave

• View our full benefits package on our Total Rewards website!

A Therapeutic Program Worker (TPW) is a direct care worker that helps residents with daily living skills and assists them with becoming more independent, to achieve their goals. Support given to the individual will vary based on each person’s needs and capabilities.

• Assists with eating, bathing, toileting, personal hygiene, oral hygiene, dressing, grooming, communication, money management, etiquette, and social skills
• Implements active treatment activities such as gym, pavilion, activity room and pool
• Assists with planning and shopping activities (e.g., shopping, vocational skills, hair appointments)
• Complete various daily, monthly documentation
  • Including documentation any unusual incidents or reporting any reaction to medication
• Perform light housekeeping duties in the living areas
• Assists with redirecting unsafe actions to bring about positive outcomes

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Formal education in arithmetic that includes addition & subtraction and in reading, writing & speaking common English vocabulary. In the Department of Developmental Disabilities, must also possess a high school diploma or a certificate of high school equivalence pursuant to Ohio Administrative Code 5123:2-3-01(F) (1) (c).

For positions that require operation of motor vehicle to transport consumers to recreational, educational &/or occupational activities, a valid driver’s license is required.

• Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above.

Therapy/Therapeutic Services, Direct Support/Direct Care

Organization:
Developmental Disabilities - Tiffin Developmental Center

Agency Contact Name and Information: holly.martino.gov

Unposting Date:
Ongoing

Work Location:

Tiffin Developmental Center

Primary

Location:

United States of America-OHIO-Seneca County-Tiffin

Compensation: $22.60/hr; increase to $22.96/hr after 4 months

Schedule:

Part-time

Work Hours:

3rd (10:40p-6:40a)

Classified Indicator:
Classified

Union: OCSEA

Primary Job Skill:
Direct Support/Direct Care

Technical

Skills:

Basic Documentation, Behavioral Health, Communications, Customer Service, Vehicle Operators

Professional

Skills:

Conflict Management, Emotional Intelligence, Listening, Responsiveness, Teamwork

The Department of Developmental Disabilities (DODD) is a trauma informed care agency focused on implementing our core values and providing support to people with developmental disabilities. We oversee a statewide system of supportive services that focus on ensuring the health and safety, supporting access to community participation, and increasing opportunities for meaningful employment.